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Nearly four years after 18-year-old Rashaud Fields was shot and killed just hours after his high school graduation, his family and a Jacksonville city leader are coming together to honor his memory.
Jacksonville family, councilwoman to remember teen killed hours after high school graduation four years ago
Nearly four years after 18-year-old Rashaud Fields was shot and killed just hours after his high school graduation, his family and a Jacksonville city leader are coming together to honor his memory.
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April 16, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Nearly four years after 18-year-old Rashaud Fields was shot and killed just hours after his high school graduation, his family and a Jacksonville city leader are coming together to honor his memory.
All lanes on State Road 26 between County Road 234 and U.S. 301 in Alachua County were closed Wednesday as fire crews worked to extinguish a more than 400-acre wildfire.
Traffic Alert: 400-acre wildfire closes part of SR-26 in Alachua County
All lanes on State Road 26 between County Road 234 and U.S. 301 in Alachua County were closed Wednesday as fire crews worked to extinguish a more than 400-acre wildfire.
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April 16, 2026 at 1:02 AM
All lanes on State Road 26 between County Road 234 and U.S. 301 in Alachua County were closed Wednesday as fire crews worked to extinguish a more than 400-acre wildfire.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters at a White House briefing Wednesday that the U.S. plans to ramp up economic pain on Iran, and said the new moves will be the “financial equivalent” of a bombing campaign.
From dropping bombs to pressuring banks: US pivots to economic warfare on Iran
The Trump administration is setting the stage to shift its war campaign toward a more economically focused effort aimed at choking Tehran into submission rather than relying on bombs alone.
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April 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters at a White House briefing Wednesday that the U.S. plans to ramp up economic pain on Iran, and said the new moves will be the “financial equivalent” of a bombing campaign.
The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 86-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody after she was detained earlier this month.
French government seeking release of 86-year-old French widow detained by ICE
The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 86-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody in Louisiana after she was detained earlier this month.
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April 15, 2026 at 11:30 PM
The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 86-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody after she was detained earlier this month.
BREAKING UPDATE: Around 5:45 p.m., Deputies said Tommy Harrell was found and will be brought back to the Baker County Detention Center.
Baker County deputies arrest wanted man after search in Glen St. Mary area
The Baker County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man in the South Glen St. Mary area who fled from them on foot.
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April 15, 2026 at 10:10 PM
BREAKING UPDATE: Around 5:45 p.m., Deputies said Tommy Harrell was found and will be brought back to the Baker County Detention Center.
Newly released video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling and disarming a former student who entered the lobby of the school and began firing a pistol.
Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee
Newly released video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling and disarming a former student who entered the lobby of the school and began firing a pistol.
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April 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Newly released video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling and disarming a former student who entered the lobby of the school and began firing a pistol.
An effort to ramp up U.S. weapons production and build more ships, planes and drones will require a massive upfront investment, President Donald Trump's budget director told a House committee Wednesday.
Trump's budget director defends White House plan for massive boost in military spending
President Donald Trump’s budget director is telling Congress that it'll take a massive upfront investment to ramp up U.S. weapons production and build more ships, planes and drones.
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April 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM
An effort to ramp up U.S. weapons production and build more ships, planes and drones will require a massive upfront investment, President Donald Trump's budget director told a House committee Wednesday.
Spring is about to feel like summer with record to near-record highs possible through Sunday.
Spring Heat Wave Brings Near Record Highs Through Sunday
Elevated fire risk persists as dry spell continues across region
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April 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Spring is about to feel like summer with record to near-record highs possible through Sunday.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday night that it is searching for a missing man who was last seen in the Ribault neighborhood.
JSO searching for missing 70-year-old man last seen near Ribault neighborhood
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday night that it is searching for a missing man who was last seen in the Ribault neighborhood.
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April 15, 2026 at 2:55 AM
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday night that it is searching for a missing man who was last seen in the Ribault neighborhood.
Spring is over, but the questions obviously still linger.
Questions the Florida Gators STILL Can't Answer After the Spring Game | QB, OL, Secondary
he Florida Gators still have major questions after the spring game — QB battle, offensive line, and secondary concerns remain.
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April 15, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Spring is over, but the questions obviously still linger.
The U.S. military launched a strike on another boat accused of carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Tuesday, killing four people in the fourth such attack announced in the past few days.
Another US strike on suspected drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 4
The U.S. military has launched a strike on another boat accused of carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four people.
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April 15, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The U.S. military launched a strike on another boat accused of carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Tuesday, killing four people in the fourth such attack announced in the past few days.
A Jacksonville man accused of sexually battering a 13-year-old boy is now facing a single, upgraded charge after prosecutors dropped one of the original counts against him.
Former dance company CEO still faces sexual battery charge after one count dropped
A Jacksonville man accused of sexually battering a 13-year-old boy is now facing a single, upgraded charge after prosecutors dropped one of the original counts against him.
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April 15, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A Jacksonville man accused of sexually battering a 13-year-old boy is now facing a single, upgraded charge after prosecutors dropped one of the original counts against him.
Before Florida voters cast their ballots for high-profile 2026 elections in a few months, some Clay County voters have already completed the process on matters that will directly impact them.
April 15, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Before Florida voters cast their ballots for high-profile 2026 elections in a few months, some Clay County voters have already completed the process on matters that will directly impact them.
Taylor Frankie Paul, a star of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives " and a recently scrubbed season of “The Bachelorette,” will not be charged in a pair of February fights with her former partner, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday.
‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul will not be charged in recent fights with ex-partner
Utah reality star Taylor Frankie Paul will not be charged in a pair of February fights with her former partner, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office said.
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April 15, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Taylor Frankie Paul, a star of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives " and a recently scrubbed season of “The Bachelorette,” will not be charged in a pair of February fights with her former partner, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday.
Republican Rep. Clay Fuller of Georgia was sworn into office Tuesday after winning a special election to take the congressional seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Republican Clay Fuller sworn in to take House seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene
Republican Rep. Clay Fuller of Georgia is the newest member of the House.
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April 15, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Republican Rep. Clay Fuller of Georgia was sworn into office Tuesday after winning a special election to take the congressional seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene.
A grand jury indicted a Florida doctor on a manslaughter charge for allegedly removing a patient’s liver instead of his spleen during a 2024 surgery.
April 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM
A grand jury indicted a Florida doctor on a manslaughter charge for allegedly removing a patient’s liver instead of his spleen during a 2024 surgery.
Following recent incidents involving Duval County Public Schools buses, DCPS Police Chief Jackson Short answered some questions about driver safety, road rules, and what drivers should expect near railroad crossings.
School bus safety: What drivers need to know about railroad crossings
Following recent incidents involving Duval County Public Schools buses, Duval County Public School’s Police Chief Jackson Short answered some questions about driver safety, road rules, and what drivers should expect near railroad crossings.
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April 14, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Following recent incidents involving Duval County Public Schools buses, DCPS Police Chief Jackson Short answered some questions about driver safety, road rules, and what drivers should expect near railroad crossings.
Amid ongoing scrutiny of Jacksonville’s public utility, the JEA Board of Directors will take part in a detailed budget workshop on Tuesday, where they will hear recommendations for rate increases.
JEA Board discusses rate increases, capacity fees amid budget shortfall, internal tensions & public scrutiny
Amid ongoing scrutiny of Jacksonville’s public utility, the JEA Board of Directors will take part in a detailed budget workshop on Tuesday, where they will hear recommendations for rate increases.
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April 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Amid ongoing scrutiny of Jacksonville’s public utility, the JEA Board of Directors will take part in a detailed budget workshop on Tuesday, where they will hear recommendations for rate increases.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Tuesday renaming the Tallahassee International Airport after Florida State University’s legendary head football coach Bobby Bowden, calling it a fitting tribute to one of the most celebrated figures in Florida sports history.
’No better person’: DeSantis renames Tallahassee airport after FSU coaching legend Bobby Bowden
Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference in Tallahassee on Tuesday.
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April 14, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Tuesday renaming the Tallahassee International Airport after Florida State University’s legendary head football coach Bobby Bowden, calling it a fitting tribute to one of the most celebrated figures in Florida sports history.
Putnam County Sheriff H.D. “Gator” DeLoach announced the death of former Sheriff Jeff Hardy. Hardy served the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office for more than two decades, leaving a legacy marked by institutional reform, community dedication and unwavering commitment to public service.
‘He will be missed’: Former Putnam County sheriff dies, leaving lasting legacy in law enforcement
Putnam County Sheriff H.D. “Gator” DeLoach announced the death of former Sheriff Jeff Hardy over the weekend.
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April 14, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Putnam County Sheriff H.D. “Gator” DeLoach announced the death of former Sheriff Jeff Hardy. Hardy served the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office for more than two decades, leaving a legacy marked by institutional reform, community dedication and unwavering commitment to public service.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in Florida in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship, the U.S. Justice Department said Monday.
16-year-old from Florida charged with sexually assaulting, killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise ship
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in Florida in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship, the U.S. Justice Department said Monday.
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April 14, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in Florida in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship, the U.S. Justice Department said Monday.
The director of the Texas summer camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed by a devastating flood in 2025 said Monday he did not see early federal and state warnings issued the day before the storm hit, and that staff had no meetings about the pending danger.
Camp Mystic official says he didn't see flood warnings issued the day before storm hit
The director of the Texas summer camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed by a devastating flood in 2025 said he did not see early federal and state warnings sent the day before the storm hit and that staff had no meetings about the pending danger.
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April 14, 2026 at 12:00 AM
The director of the Texas summer camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed by a devastating flood in 2025 said Monday he did not see early federal and state warnings issued the day before the storm hit, and that staff had no meetings about the pending danger.
After much speculation, well-known attorney John Morgan of Morgan & Morgan addressed a popular question: Will he run for governor of the state of Florida?
Will he run? Well-known attorney announces his next move to help Florida
After much speculation, well-known attorney John Morgan of Morgan & Morgan addressed a popular question: Will he run for governor of the state of Florida?
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April 13, 2026 at 10:30 PM
After much speculation, well-known attorney John Morgan of Morgan & Morgan addressed a popular question: Will he run for governor of the state of Florida?
BREAKING UPDATE | The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it was investigating a shooting on Monday afternoon near Raines High School that left a 20-year-old man injured and prompted the high school to lock down.
12 detained after shooting near Raines High that left 20-year-old man injured
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it was investigating a shooting on Monday afternoon near Raines High School that left a 20-year-old man injured and prompted the high school to lock down.
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April 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
BREAKING UPDATE | The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it was investigating a shooting on Monday afternoon near Raines High School that left a 20-year-old man injured and prompted the high school to lock down.
WARMING UP | As the high pressure continues, temperatures will rise toward record highs.
Record Heat Looms as High Pressure Dominates Inland Weather
Fire risk remains elevated under persistent dry conditions
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April 13, 2026 at 9:45 PM
WARMING UP | As the high pressure continues, temperatures will rise toward record highs.